According to a couple of sources who spoke to Albert Breer, once Miami made the league aware of the play, the Dolphins were told the rule would become a point of emphasis around the league. Of particular interest is that the NFL's VP of officiating, Dean Blandino, sent around a training video about the play, noting officials would be looking out for it.

The very next week, the Pats got away with it against the Saints. One week later, they got greedy.